Davide is a software developer, with a strong interest in games as tools for learning, experimentation, and community building. Over the years, he has collaborated on board games, urban games, and game-related events, often working alongside people who "do this for real". His journey with Game Jams started as a participant and naturally evolved into taking organizational roles, after countless Jams experienced both on-site and online. What began with curiosity during his first hackathon in 2017 quickly turned into an ongoing exploration of how constraints, play, and imperfect environments can spark creativity. Davide enjoys mixing structure with chaos, serious problem-solving with playful experimentation. When he's not developing or designing games, he is part of an improvisational theatre troupe, an experience that strongly influences how he approaches collaboration, facilitation, and embracing the unexpected.

Davide is a software developer, with a strong interest in games as tools for learning, experimentation, and community building. Over the years, he has collaborated on board games, urban games, and game-related events, often working alongside people w... Show more

Ramsey Elkholy is a guitarist, producer, songwriter, and anthropologist who founded the indietronica collective Monotronic in 2016. He conceived the project as a communal platform where instruments interweave into a single expressive force. Rather than spotlighting individual virtuosity, he emphasizes shared intention and group chemistry, encouraging collaborators to shape each track with their own textures, instincts, and creative voice.

Elkholy’s parallel career in anthropology informs that philosophy. He earned a PhD and authored Being and Becoming: Embodiment and Experience Among the Orang Rimba of Sumatra, a study of rainforest foragers in Indonesia. His research explored how identity, environment, and daily practice intertwine. That perspective carries into his music, where rhythm and atmosphere reflect lived experience and collective awareness.

Travel has also played a defining role in his artistic development. After spending three years backpacking across Asia and beyond, studying Indian music in Calcutta, and completing two years of fieldwork in Sumatra, Ramsey Elkholy Monotronic developed a deep sensitivity to polyrhythm and texture. He has described the rainforest at night as a vast, layered symphony. Raised in New York and now based in Los Angeles, he works from a home garage studio.

Monotronic’s 2026 album Waiting for You represents a significant chapter in the collective’s growth. The record features acclaimed bassist Mohini Dey on Close Enough and legendary drummer Omar Hakim throughout the project. Several accompanying videos, including Looking Away and Everything Moves, premiered at number one on VEVO, expanding the band’s reach and visual identity.

The album blends indie rock, pop, and electronic elements into a cohesive, cinematic sound marked by reflective lyrics and polished production. Everything Moves unfolds in a high-energy escape room setting, while Kettle Song pairs dynamic choreography with striking imagery. Many of the songs were written during time spent in Tulum, where coastal landscapes shaped the album’s contemplative mood.

Since releasing their self-titled debut in 2019, Monotronic has earned praise from outlets such as Rolling Stone and Relix. A rotating roster of accomplished musicians has contributed to the project, many of whom have ties to major artists across genres. Singles including Kids of Summer and In Between have drawn a strong critical response, reinforcing Elkholy’s reputation for genre-fluid songwriting and immersive sound design.

Ramsey Elkholy is a guitarist, producer, songwriter, and anthropologist who founded the indietronica collective Monotronic in 2016. He conceived the project as a communal platform where instruments interweave into a single expressive force. Rather th... Show more

Grateful • Web3 & AI Made Simple Podcast • Global Innovation Speaker • Certified TESOL/TEFL Teacher in 35 Countries • Traditional Textured Painter • Web3ÂI CEO

Grateful • Web3 & AI Made Simple Podcast • Global Innovation Speaker • Certified TESOL/TEFL Teacher in 35 Countries • Traditional Textured Painter • Web3ÂI CEO Show more

Carol Chen is a Community Architect at Red Hat, having led several upstream communities including InstructLab, Ansible and ManageIQ. She has been actively involved in open source communities while working for Jolla and Nokia previously. In addition, she also has experiences in software development/integration in her 12 years in the mobile industry. On a personal note, Carol plays the Timpani in an orchestra in Tampere, Finland, where she now calls home.

Carol Chen is a Community Architect at Red Hat, having led several upstream communities including InstructLab, Ansible and ManageIQ. She has been actively involved in open source communities while working for Jolla and Nokia previously. In addition, ... Show more

Aysenem Yassa is a global live experience and entertainment executive who orchestrates the strategic architecture and creative execution of the world's most complex, high-stakes mega-events.

Her 15-year career spans senior enterprise leadership for premier sports properties, international broadcast productions, and multi-venue live entertainment environments, including UEFA, FIBA and the Pan American Games.

She masterminds the cross-functional delivery of multi-million euro venue ecosystems, live-to-air broadcast environments, and audience-first experiential activations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.

A senior strategist operating at the critical intersection of technical infrastructure, media production, and artistic direction, she balances high-stakes global delivery with creative disciplines in music, dance, and comedy to shape memorable experiences for global audiences.

Aysenem Yassa is a global live experience and entertainment executive who orchestrates the strategic architecture and creative execution of the world's most complex, high-stakes mega-events. Her 15-year career spans senior enterprise leadership fo... Show more

Indian, Born in Andhra Pradesh working in Saudi Arabia as a software engineer from past 20 years having 2 kids and wife and 1 sister and 1 brother and i am singer

Indian, Born in Andhra Pradesh working in Saudi Arabia as a software engineer from past 20 years having 2 kids and wife and 1 sister and 1 brother and i am singer Show more

Diseño productos digitales desde hace 8 años, con experiencia en proyectos que van desde juegos hasta finanzas. Soy docente y mentor en Estudiando UX, un proyecto educativo que fundé para impulsar una educación digital más empática y humana.

Diseño productos digitales desde hace 8 años, con experiencia en proyectos que van desde juegos hasta finanzas. Soy docente y mentor en Estudiando UX, un proyecto educativo que fundé para impulsar una educación digital más empática y humana. Show more

Matthew "Makerinator" Jones is a Senior Innovation Engineer, Flutter developer, and maker based in Virginia Beach. He believes the best software has something physical attached to it. His presentations focus on the intersection of embedded hardware and modern app development. When he's not building fintech solutions at his day job, he's designing PCBs in KiCad, deploying Flutter on Raspberry Pi, and running Makerinator on YouTube. Matthew is what happens when a software developer gets a CNC router and too many ideas.

Matthew "Makerinator" Jones is a Senior Innovation Engineer, Flutter developer, and maker based in Virginia Beach. He believes the best software has something physical attached to it. His presentations focus on the intersection of embedded hardware a... Show more

- Über 15 Jahre Erfahrung als Entwickler und Architekt.
- Zuerst Messtechnik, dann Embedded Software und später .NET Core, ASP.NET, React, etc.
- Zuletzt Entwicklungsleiter und Vertriebsingenieur

- Über 15 Jahre Erfahrung als Entwickler und Architekt. - Zuerst Messtechnik, dann Embedded Software und später .NET Core, ASP.NET, React, etc. - Zuletzt Entwicklungsleiter und Vertriebsingenieur Show more

Cathy is a dedicated SharePoint professional with over ten years of experience specializing in branding, information architecture, and the development of engaging collaboration spaces. She is currently a Microsoft MVP and M365 Architect at Cyclotron, where she helps customers learn and leverage M365, Copilot, and Viva technologies to enhance their digital workplaces. Ms. Dew is deeply committed to her community, having led the Women in SharePoint group and delivered numerous presentations at user groups, events, and conferences.

Cathy is a dedicated SharePoint professional with over ten years of experience specializing in branding, information architecture, and the development of engaging collaboration spaces. She is currently a Microsoft MVP and M365 Architect at Cyclotron,... Show more

Fredrik is a software architect thriving in the borderland between software-, product- and business development. He has written code in Visual Basic. The non-.NET kind. Yes, he is that old. He is an occasional conference speaker (DevSum, Øredev and user groups in Sweden and Norway, among others), recurring host/MC of the Beauty in Code conference in Malmö, Sweden, and a photographer.

Fredrik is a software architect thriving in the borderland between software-, product- and business development. He has written code in Visual Basic. The non-.NET kind. Yes, he is that old. He is an occasional conference speaker (DevSum, Øredev and u... Show more

Enrique López Mañas is a Google Developer Expert and independent IT consultant. He has been working with mobile technologies and learning from them since 2007. He is an avid contributor to the open source community and a FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source Software) kind of guy, being among the top 10 open source Java contributors in Germany. He is a part of the Google LaunchPad accelerator, where he participates in Google global initiatives to influence hundreds of the best startups from all around the globe. He is also a big data and machine learning aficionado.

In his free time he rides his bike, take pictures, and travels until exhaustion. He also writes literature and enjoys all kinds of arts. He likes to write about himself in third person. You can follow him on Twitter (@eenriquelopez) to stay updated on his latest movements.

Enrique López Mañas is a Google Developer Expert and independent IT consultant. He has been working with mobile technologies and learning from them since 2007. He is an avid contributor to the open source community and a FLOSS (Free Libre Open Source... Show more

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & friendly hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for 35+ years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts. Advisory board member of Javelin Networks (acquired by Symantec in 2018). Worked for Microsoft ~8 years as Technology Group Manager and coded support tools for Windows Server. Sassi spoke at TED and TEDx events, and was awarded 4 Peace and friendship awards. Sassi holds a M.A in law, CISSP etc, and speaks regularly at various technology conferences worldwide. Volunteer for youth at risk, aviator & oriental rock guitarist.

Seasoned technologist, infoSec researcher & friendly hacker. Sassi has accumulated extensive experience in information security for 35+ years, in Red-Blue team assessments, conducting forensic investigations and more, including Fortune100 accounts. A... Show more

Passionate and visionary Lead Product Designer with a mission to create extraordinary user experiences that seamlessly blend innovation and functionality. With a deep understanding of user behavior and a knack for human-centric design, I combine creativity with analytical thinking to craft intuitive interfaces that captivate and delight.

My career spans over a decade, during which I've had the privilege of working across diverse industries such as fintech, airlines, insurance, and e-commerce. In each sector, I have leveraged my expertise to drive impactful design solutions that meet both user needs and business goals.

As a Design Lead, I have successfully led multidisciplinary design teams within agile squads, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. I thrive on inspiring my team to create more sustainable and accessible products, emphasizing mentorship and continuous learning.

Passionate and visionary Lead Product Designer with a mission to create extraordinary user experiences that seamlessly blend innovation and functionality. With a deep understanding of user behavior and a knack for human-centric design, I combine crea... Show more

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of hybrid cloud architectures and the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to build scalable, resilient systems. I am passionate about understanding the intersection between technology and business strategy to drive growth

As a Technical Account Manager at Red Hat, I work every day to transform business objectives into innovative technological solutions. I am a cloud enthusiast dedicated to leveraging modern tools to solve complex needs, specializing in the design of h... Show more

Vanchhit Khare is an AI systems engineer, published researcher, and music producer. He
works at the intersection of agentic intelligence, automation infrastructure, and creative system
design. His experience spans large scale implementations in finance and healthcare, and his
research focuses on multi agent collaboration, contextual memory, and machine driven
coordination. He also creates electronic music that blends structured logic with emotional
storytelling. Learn more at https://vkhare.online.

Vanchhit Khare is an AI systems engineer, published researcher, and music producer. He works at the intersection of agentic intelligence, automation infrastructure, and creative system design. His experience spans large scale implementations in fin... Show more

Full stack developer disguised as Frontend Dev. I build things for fun.

Full stack developer disguised as Frontend Dev. I build things for fun. Show more

Bobby Chipman is an attorney at Eisner, a corporate/entertainment boutique in Beverly Hills & NY. A former college basketball player and CPA/MBA, he approaches representation of artists, creators, agents and athletes from a business perspective.

Bobby Chipman is an attorney at Eisner, a corporate/entertainment boutique in Beverly Hills & NY. A former college basketball player and CPA/MBA, he approaches representation of artists, creators, agents and athletes from a business perspective. Show more

As the Industry Principal for Travel & Hospitality at Sitecore, I work with top strategic brands in the travel and hospitality vertical to unlock digital potential, reimagine the customer journey, and drive measurable outcomes. I lead engagements focused on experience strategy, value assessment, and vision-setting workshops defining transformational roadmaps.

I'm an Atlanta native, passionate about music, emerging tech, and helping brands deliver engaging experiences. Based in Atlanta, I bring a creative edge and multidisciplinary mindset, honed on the road as a former touring musician. I am passionate about music, and how emerging technologies influence human behavior, emotion, and connection, both online and in the physical world.

As the Industry Principal for Travel & Hospitality at Sitecore, I work with top strategic brands in the travel and hospitality vertical to unlock digital potential, reimagine the customer journey, and drive measurable outcomes. I lead engagements foc... Show more

Liz Hunt is the CEO and Chief Creative of DayCloud Studios, a nationally recognized branding and creative agency. A “40 under 40” honoree, she is the author of the forthcoming book The 9 Types of Creatives & How to Manage Them, a practical framework for understanding how creatives think, work, and grow. Liz is known for her bold, candid approach to speaking and leadership, helping managers build stronger teams, healthier cultures, and more effective ways of working in the creative industry.

Liz Hunt is the CEO and Chief Creative of DayCloud Studios, a nationally recognized branding and creative agency. A “40 under 40” honoree, she is the author of the forthcoming book The 9 Types of Creatives & How to Manage Them, a practical framework ... Show more

Aries Fitriawan is an accomplished Data Scientist and a Google Cloud Certified Professional Machine Learning Engineer with over a decade of experience bridging the gap between complex data systems and real-world applications. He has built a robust career specializing in Machine Learning, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence. He currently leverages his expertise to develop sophisticated models and data architectures, with a notable professional history at major telecommunications industry. This speaking simply to pursue his interest in coding.

Aries Fitriawan is an accomplished Data Scientist and a Google Cloud Certified Professional Machine Learning Engineer with over a decade of experience bridging the gap between complex data systems and real-world applications. He has built a robust ca... Show more

Working since 12 years for Germany's biggest financial daily "Handelsblatt", since 2024 as Deputy Lead of Weekend & Report. Since 2022, covering as well Web3, crypto, and NFTs and building the first newspaper-driven NFT community in Europe. Moderated several events in Germany and Italy. Founder of the digital art platform VistaVagabond.xyz in 2023.

Working since 12 years for Germany's biggest financial daily "Handelsblatt", since 2024 as Deputy Lead of Weekend & Report. Since 2022, covering as well Web3, crypto, and NFTs and building the first newspaper-driven NFT community in Europe. Moderated... Show more

Alexandra Rodrigues is a brand partnerships and business development leader with 15 years of experience working across entertainment, luxury, and technology. She built Swarovski North America's B2B Entertainment pilot from scratch, securing the company's first major touring and brand partnerships with Mariah Carey and Sarah Brightman in collaboration with UTA and Live Nation.

She is the co-founder of Arcallon, the first all-in-one production management platform for film and television, now active across various departments on major productions and has serviced productions including Oppenheimer, Barbie, The Accountant 2, The Studio and more.

Alexandra speaks on brand partnership strategy, go-to-market decision-making, and what it takes to build new commercial models in industries where no playbook exists. She is also a DEI advocate, former Chair of Swarovski North America's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Council, and a member of the Board of Advisors at Ithaca College's Customer Experience Program.

She is based in the New York area and available for keynotes, panels, and featured sessions.

Alexandra Rodrigues is a brand partnerships and business development leader with 15 years of experience working across entertainment, luxury, and technology. She built Swarovski North America's B2B Entertainment pilot from scratch, securing the compa... Show more

Sébastien est ingénieur logiciel chez OVHcloud à Nantes, dans l'équipe SIA (Service Integration & Automation).
Exerçant ce métier depuis maintenant plus de 14 ans, il a toujours aimé vulgariser et partager ses connaissances en public.

Il anime actuellement des conférences autour de la cybersécurité, de la gestion d'incidents et divers autres sujets techniques.
Portant un grand intérêt pour l'enseignement, il intervient également régulièrement dans certaines écoles et universités.

Il est également passionné par le théâtre, ayant joué 10 ans dans une troupe en région parisienne.

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Sébastien est ingénieur logiciel chez OVHcloud à Nantes, dans l'équipe SIA (Service Integration & Automation). Exerçant ce métier depuis maintenant plus de 14 ans, il a toujours aimé vulgariser et partager ses connaissances en public. Il anime ac... Show more

"Mahdi Farahi is the lead architect and founder of Nexus Research AI Lab, specializing in the intersection of neural synchronization and secure agentic frameworks. He is the creator of the AWARE protocol, an edge-first system for autonomous AI agents. His commitment to 'Security by Design' is demonstrated by the Nexus ecosystem’s OpenSSF Silver Badge validation from the Linux Foundation. Mahdi’s research focuses on scaling ethical and aware AI infrastructures using decentralized technologies."

"Mahdi Farahi is the lead architect and founder of Nexus Research AI Lab, specializing in the intersection of neural synchronization and secure agentic frameworks. He is the creator of the AWARE protocol, an edge-first system for autonomous AI agents... Show more

I am a dedicated Senior Fullstack Software Engineer based in Ecuador with +6 years in the industry, with a passion for creating innovative solutions for web and mobile applications, REST APIs, GraphQL and microservices. I leverage a diverse range of cutting-edge technologies to deliver robust and scalable software. My expertise spans backend and frontend development, UI-UX design, and infrastructure management, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency across all aspects of a software project. Recently, I have delved into the exciting realm of Artificial Intelligence, specializing in developing computer vision applications and integrating LLM models for intelligent conversational systems in personal projects.

I am a dedicated Senior Fullstack Software Engineer based in Ecuador with +6 years in the industry, with a passion for creating innovative solutions for web and mobile applications, REST APIs, GraphQL and microservices. I leverage a diverse range of ... Show more

Matt Nunn is a technology leader specializing in AI, developer platforms, and product innovation, with experience at Microsoft, Amazon, Snowflake, Dell and Borland. He has built applications ranging from Mortgage Systems to Helicopter flight scheduling software. He led go-to-market strategy for developer-focused products and contributed to major keynotes at global conferences. Matt is known for delivering engaging talks that translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for developers and technical leaders. In his spare time you can find him helping his wife run their art gallery in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle or freelancing as a network technician and installation engineer specializing in Unifi products.

Matt Nunn is a technology leader specializing in AI, developer platforms, and product innovation, with experience at Microsoft, Amazon, Snowflake, Dell and Borland. He has built applications ranging from Mortgage Systems to Helicopter flight scheduli... Show more

Brian R. Yurachek is a former 'Wall Street' asset manager and founder of Parallel Worlds, Inc., where he develops IoT-driven media platforms that connect physical environments with digital assets for next-generation user experiences.

Brian R. Yurachek is a former 'Wall Street' asset manager and founder of Parallel Worlds, Inc., where he develops IoT-driven media platforms that connect physical environments with digital assets for next-generation user experiences. Show more

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile experiences for startups and enterprise clients alike. She’s designed for FinTech, healthcare, publishing, sports, advertising, education, logistics, and more.

Kelli is Chief Design Officer and co-founder of LunarLab, a UX design and product strategy firm that helps businesses create innovative, inclusive, and profitable products. Kelli is an experienced design leader who's created engaging web and mobile e... Show more

A U.S. Army veteran holding a Master of Science in Software-Application Development, Rayvn Manuel is a Principal Application Developer, Architect, and DevOps Engineer at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). Within the Office of Digital Strategy and Engagement, she leads research and development, monitors industry trends, and identifies (re)emerging technologies as candidates for the museum’s browser-based interactives.

As an AI Strategist and API/Open-Source Evangelist, Rayvn identifies technologies that enhance the museum’s interactive experiences—designed to delight visitors and extend the museum’s reach beyond the gallery walls. She is always seeking technologies that support the sharing of the lives and achievements of the African American community — past and present.

Drawing on personal experience within the neurodivergent community, she is committed to identifying technologies that broaden access for online visitors engaging with the museum’s interactive platforms — ensuring they have meaningful, equitable experiences. Rayvn builds proof-of-concept applications to demonstrate value to unit leadership.

Her current technology focus includes AI, APIs, and Blockchain, and she is actively experimenting with modern application architectures such as microservices, event-driven design, and progressive web applications.

She is the creator of the AI-Augmented Development Framework (AADF): Human-Centered Orchestration™ and author of A³T AI-Augmented Assistive Technology: A Framework for Cognitive Assistive Human-AI Collaboration — Theory, Methodology, Protocols, and Evidence ©.
A frequent speaker at public- and private-sector conferences since 2019, Rayvn presents on topics ranging from AI strategy and API-first architecture to DevSecOps and digital transformation.

She also serves as adjunct faculty teaching programming and web design courses at a Virginia community college, and is the owner of ClarionBellePublishing LLC, a micro, veteran, women-owned business.

She is currently preparing her first nonfiction technical book — a practical guide to APIs written for early-career technologists, career changers, and the simply curious, designed to help them navigate the landscape and avoid common pitfalls.

When she isn’t architecting systems, Rayvn feeds her passion for costume design and fabrication, frequently attending themed events as a dedicated maker and creator.

A U.S. Army veteran holding a Master of Science in Software-Application Development, Rayvn Manuel is a Principal Application Developer, Architect, and DevOps Engineer at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAH... Show more